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How to be a Firehouse Cat:
1. Wake up naked in a fireman's bed
2. Stare at equally naked firemen
3. Find the local witches
4. Get lots of fuss and attention
5. Don't let them figure out you're the cat

And oh, yeah, find the person responsible for your curse and killing your parents. Before they find you.

No pressure.

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Feline the Heat is book one of the Firehouse Feline Series, a paranormal reverse harem with a side of laughter and plenty of heat (and it's not just coming from the fire!)

198 pages, ebook

First published October 3, 2019

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Lacey Carter Andersen

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Lacey Carter Andersen loves reading, writing, and drinking excessive amounts of coffee. She spends her days taking care of her husband, three kids, and three cats. But at night, everything changes! Her imagination runs wild with strong-willed characters, unique worlds, and exciting plots that she enthusiastically puts into stories.

Lacey has dozens of tales: science fiction romances, paranormal romances, short romances, reverse harem romances, and more. So, please feel free to dive into any of her worlds; she loves to have the company!

And you're welcome to reach out to her; she really enjoys hearing from her readers.

You can find her at:
Email: laceycarterandersen@gmail.com

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Profile Image for Laura Cunha.
543 reviews34 followers
January 19, 2020
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SPOILER FREE

Quem segue o blog sabe que há algum tempo descobri um estilo de literatura erótica chamado reverse harem, que é exatamente o que o nome sugere. De vez em quando eu me aventuro buscando novos livros desse tipo, Feline The Heat foi um dos últimos que encontrei e que resolvi experimentar.

Escrito a três mãos pelas autoras Lacey Carter Andersen, L.A. Boruff e Laura Greenwood, o livro traz a história de Callie, uma jovem órfã que sempre teve dificuldades nos seus lares adotivos porque ela foi amaldiçoada quando criança. Por causa da maldição ela vira um gato nos momentos mais loucos e inapropriados. Manter seu segredo por tantos anos não só foi difícil como também a tornou uma criança e uma adolescente complicada.

Agora já uma jovem adulta, ela busca respostas de um mundo sobrenatural que faz de tudo para se manter escondido, atrás de alguma bruxa que possa remover a sua maldição e responder o que houve com os seus pais, que ela tem certeza que foram assassinados. Ao chegar numa nova cidade, sua forma felina resolve visitar com frequência os bombeiros locais, onde 3 homens acabam por se envolver com ela e tentam ajuda-la. Reverse harem, lembram?

Confesso que quando descobri que o livro era sobre uma mulher que vira um gato e se envolve com três bombeiros eu nem pensei duas vezes e comprei. Não me arrependo, o livro é muito divertido. Em termos de regras de magia e como o mundo funciona, ele é até bem escrito. Também, com 3 autoras para se vigiarem, não podia ter buracos óbvios, certo?

Diversão e cenas quentes à parte, meu problema com Feline The Heat é que os personagens masculinos parecem todos os mesmos, o que, pelo o que já li, é um problema comum em reverse harem. Outro problema é que o livro é curto demais, mais parece uma novela do que um livro, e como é uma série, que realmente é uma série com diversas continuações, nada de outro casal que conhece a galera dos livros anteriores, achei sacanagem dividirem a história para ganhar mais dinheiro.

E por fim, o pecado capital em literatura erótica: prometer e não cumprir o objetivo da literatura erótica.

Espero que lancem logo a coleção num volume só para justificar a compra e a leitura. Porque apesar dos diversos problemas, confesso que gostei do enredo e de Callie, e pretendo continuar lendo a série.
Profile Image for Annette.
3,857 reviews177 followers
December 13, 2020
I remember reading the first chapter of this book in the advent calendar I got in December. I also remember that the ending of that first chapter made me a little unsure if this was a book for me, even though the rest of the first chapter was amazing. However, for a limited time this book was free on Amazon so now I had nothing to lose anymore, right?

And damn! I really regret not picking this book up sooner! The ending of the first chapter gave me an indication of the direction it would take, and I wasn't sure if I'd like that, but I was so wrong! This book took a totally different turn and this was a turn I was so into! I hope that I can catch up with the other two books before the last book in the series comes out so I can read it on release day.

Because I really love this plot and where it's going. The plot is paced perfectly. It starts with a very amazing scene that immediately sucks you in, then it gives us a little time to breath and get to know the other characters and then slowly more and more pieces of the puzzles are given out, leading eventually to an amazing and exciting finale that moved me to the edge of my seat and then came the epilogue that really left me craving more.

I also really liked the characters. I wouldn't call it love at first sight with the guys, I think I need to get to know them a little better for that, but I love the multiple point of views and the fact that we know more than the characters in this story do. Being in the heads of all the characters not only helps me to understand the world better, but it also helps me to form a bond with the characters, even though it goes slowly.

I'm at least already looking forward to next week, when I'll pick up the next book in this series!
Profile Image for Brianna Belbin.
478 reviews15 followers
October 7, 2019
I absolutely freaking loved this book! Callie’s life is anything but normal after a witch killed her parents and cursed her. She has absolutely no control when she changes into a cat, what it decides to do, or where it decides to go- her cat is stubborn and has a mind of her own. Recently, she moved to Blackwater Falls, a seeming normal town where her paranormal investigations led her to, and it definitely has its secrets and mysteries. Hank, James, and Will are her next door neighbors from the local fire department and are sweet, protective, angsty, and full of secrets as well. Callie and her cat’s personalities are curious, snarky, and fierce, but loyal and loving at the same time. Sugar, the fire department’s volunteer, has a great pushy personality, but it’s always for the right reasons, even if they’re unknown. The way that Callie and the guys connect and banter is hilarious and I thought it was great to see different parts of the book from everyone’s POV. I found this to be slow burn, but that didn’t lessen my enjoyment at all- it actually fit the story better! There is an actual plot, I swear, you just have to get there, but be warned: it does leave on a cliffhanger and wanting more!
*I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review
Profile Image for Jennifer G.
2,886 reviews55 followers
October 3, 2019
Callie is cursed (and we should all be so lucky). She turns into a cat at times but has no control over over the change, the duration or the change back. She is on a mission to discover who cursed her and how to remove the curse. This search has taken her to a town full of paranormals and now her life may be in danger. Throw in the fact that her cat seems to prefer spending nights at the firehouse next door with the three sexy firemen and Callie's move has been eventful.

The blurb for this book needs to be rewritten. This book is fantastic. It's cleverly written, original, and funny. Callie is a good lead female and the men all have just the right amount of baggage to be sexy but not pathetic. The sexual attraction was there from the beginning and the tension is building. The characters could have come across as too angsty or earnest but there are so many funny, awkward moments thrown in to keep it from taking itself too seriously even though the main story line is serious. I really enjoyed it. However, you don't get any of this from the blurb. It trivializes Callie and doesn't really give you any sense of the story. Trust me, take a chance on this one. You won't be sorry.
Profile Image for Heather Gilbert.
1,784 reviews85 followers
October 13, 2019
Fun!

Fun, but a little fast plot wise, this slow burn Rh offers up a secret world hidden from the modern view- a world our FMC is determined to find, for reasons of her own. It’s unique and rather delightful, with hot firemen and a girl who turns into a cat at the most inconvenient of times.

Pros:
- I worried about 3 authors, but this worked really well.
- I like that the guys like her right away, but none of that insta stuff, just a strange protectiveness.
- FMC is smart and determined, plus she’s a blogger, so she is automatically my friend.

Cons:
- Bit Predictable.
Profile Image for Charlotte.
3,992 reviews62 followers
October 4, 2019
*Spoiler Alert*
Callie (FMC) can change into a cat but her cat isnt exactly co-operative and has a mind of its own. When it falls asleep in a firehouse one night Callie wakes up naked on a hot fireman's bed. Which leads to various scenarios with her and three hot firemen - Will, James and Hank. These firemen are not all they seem though and thats where the story becomes more interesting. In fact the town in general isnt. A funny, witty book with great characters and a brilliant story
Profile Image for Jenn.
1,463 reviews26 followers
October 10, 2019
I was expecting something with a lot more humor and I didn't find much of anything to find funny. If there were attempts they fell flat.

The alpha male Will came across as an ass rather than sexy. Other than a few comments that they found each other sexy there really wasn't any chemistry between the characters that you could feel in the writing.

I was about to DNF when they finally got to an interesting part where we see the kingdom and the dowager Queen. I'm interested in learning more about that but over all I wouldn't call this one a must read.
Profile Image for Carla.
334 reviews
January 17, 2020
Puurrfect

This is a quirky funny read. There are a lot of twist and turns and a lot of loose ends and a small cliffhanger. If you are looking for a funny easy going read this is for you.
Profile Image for Jai M {Cat Crazy Dragon }.
872 reviews50 followers
June 19, 2024
DNF 55%

This was all over the place in tone.
Some parts read like a caricature, others more like a true effort at paranormal mystery, while others PNR comedy.

If that were the only issue, I could of plowed through, but the logic behind it didn’t match up.

The FMC is desperate to find truth of the paranormal in order to break a curse. Specifically, she wants a witch, even though she believes them to be incredibly dangerous, and she has no way to defend herself. ???

She discovers three guys who are different types, who seem decent and interested in her.
So what does she do?
Nothing.
She spy’s on them, secretly try to learn more, and continues with her original plan full of holes and illogic.

WHY???

She has supposedly lived her whole life with a magical curse, foster homes, being homeless at times, basically a really rough time.
She’s an IDIOT.

She lacks real world sense, practicality, or any coping skills despite supposedly having lived with this her whole life.
She reads as incredibly immature, which just doesn’t fit!

I was so over her immaturity, antagonistic juvenile responses, and total lack of logic or sense.
There were a couple of moments that had me giggling, but not enough.

The guys were one part sweeties, than selfish and indifferent, than randomly normal guys.
WTF?
This on top of them being fireman, which again, didn’t fit.
Sometimes I liked them, but mostly not, and they were never funny.

The best part of this story, that drew me to it in the first place, the idea of her being a cat while they were unaware with all its potential humour, is barely used. 😫

So, I’ve reached my limit, and am moving on.
Better luck to those who enjoy the rambling, chaotic style, with a 90’s style, stereotypical heroine.

Profile Image for Rhonda Hicks.
4,684 reviews85 followers
July 22, 2021
Laura Greenwood has become my one-click author when I need something a little more lightweight that just lets me float into a story. That being said, 'Feline the Heat' is book one in her "Firehouse Feline" series and it's fast-paced, exciting, and just a fun fantasy. The blurb does say it's a reverse harem but there isn't much romance in this first book but I could definitely see their attraction to each other. The twist? Callie is a witch, who when stressed, turns into a cat and will them manifest herself back to human, usually in one of the firemen's bed. There's a bit of miscommunication on everyone's part, which is a little frustrating, but that's what gives the story its angst, I guess. It seems to me each of the characters has a secret their keeping so I'm sure, somewhere along the way, we'll find out what's going on and if there is actually a war coming.
Profile Image for Kristen Lewendon.
8,429 reviews64 followers
October 20, 2020
I’m not really sure what I just read, but it was so much fun. This is a perspective on the paranormal I had never considered before, and it is just so entertaining. I really like that this is a slower burn romance. Even though there’s lust at first sight, nobody’s jumping into any relationships before they all get to know a little bit about one another. Callie learns several new things that she didn’t know at the beginning of the book, but by the end I think there are still more questions than answers. One thing’s for certain, I can’t wait to dive into the next book to find out more.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Booksprout as part of the box set.
Profile Image for Gemma.
550 reviews9 followers
April 12, 2020
Good beginning

A really good story thats interesting, easy to read with a good story line. Callie is a human who is cursed to become a Cat at the most inconvenient time, and shes on a mission to find out why her family was killed and why she was cursed. Callie arrives at a small down to find anwsers and with interference from her Cat ends up meeting her hot Firefighter Neighbours whilst Naked. Talk about Awkward. But her neighbours are far from normal and Calli discovers new leads along the way whilst also trying to keep her secrets. But she doesn't realise that there's A war coming and she fallen right into the Nick of things. Liked the story the characters are great, Calli is sassy with a sharp wit and each of the guys sexy with their uniqueness. And with the little Tippett at the end I wonder what's next for Callie and her firefighters.
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50k reviews128 followers
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2,794 reviews40 followers
October 28, 2019
Feline The Heat (The Firehouse Feline, #1) by Lacey Carter Andersen Feline the Heat (The Firehouse Feline Book 1) By: Laura Greenwood
She's "Feline The Heat" From BOTH The Investigation & The FireHouse Residents!
IS this Li'l kitty Start'n to "Feline The Heat!?!"
Cuz, She MOVED NEXT DOOR to a FireHouse...
Where the S€X¥ Guys inside MANning the Hose,
Are definitely look'n mighty FINE,
Plus Her kitty keeps HiJacking Her BODY,
As She wants to cuddle UP with a FireFighter...
Sooo She's "Feline The Heat" EACH Morning for sure;
Especially as She wakes with a different MAN...
IN their Beds'... Quite Naked as a JayBird!
Ohhh Yeah... It's a HOT Time Tonight!
As Her investigation Heats UP,
And She's NOT the ONLY ONE "Feline The Heat" from its Flames!
I rarely give Coveted 5 STAR ratings; they're saved for Books/Items that Outshine, Outclass, & Outperform their competition... They've gotta give me something MORE! Laura Greenwood does just THAT In Her WORK. Each book's World Building is Exquisite & Unique... Not to Mention the RoMANce & Drama; She's TRULY Won Distinction as a 5 STAR Author for Her Catalogue of Work, Especially for "Feline The Heat;" Kudos, Ms. Greenwood, for ALL your Stellar work!!!
I was granted, via B00|{$P®0UT, an ARC of Laura Greenwood's "Feline The Heat (The Firehouse Feline Book 1)." I highly recommend this book to others based upon its own merits. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time... Happy Reading!
Profile Image for Emily Pennington.
20.8k reviews361 followers
October 17, 2019
Callie had decided to move to Blackwater Falls, where her father had been born, to get some answers to her questions about her parents, a witch, a curse put on her, and how to remove it. First she goes on a stakeout. At least she may get something interesting to write about for her paranormal blog. With five tourists having died on the beach in the last three months, it sounded like a good place to start looking for a possible siren luring them to their deaths. She shivers in the deeply dark night where all she can see is the movement of the ocean but nothing else.

But suddenly she sees a 7-foot bulky creature coming toward her, dragging someone behind it on the beach. Her little dagger and pepper packet no longer seem like enough defense against this siren! Now that it’s closer, she can see it is dragging an unconscious man, but he is still alive. The creature drops him into the mud which glows red and starts to suck him down. The man wakes and screams! Callie jumped out with her knife to rescue him, but then the knife fell out of her hands onto the ground… not cool. The creature turned back to the man and pushed him further into the mud again. Throwing pepper into its face and stabbing it in the chest – which only made it look down, confused at the dagger – let her know this was definitely NOT a siren. What is it? Then she sees symbols on its forehead, realizes what this is, and smears the symbols with her hand, causing the creature to fall lifeless… on top of her. Callie is having a bad day. Her body convulses and her cat-self hisses as a wave comes at her. But at least now she knows a witch sent that golem after this man.

Callie has no control over her cat, not able to decide when she becomes one or changes back to human. The cat has her own mind and does things her own way. Stressed by the events on the beach, her cat goes to the firehouse next door to her apartment, and Callie wakes up in the morning naked on a fireman's bed! Her embarrassing run back home grabs the attention of three hot firemen -- Will, James and Hank – and she will find something different about them. Is her life in danger in this paranormal town? Will her sexy firemen try to protect her and help her find her answers?

This book was hilarious! I think the authors did that deliberately so the reader wouldn’t die of fright! But the interactions of the characters and the events as they are so well-described, will keep the reader chuckling or bent over in hysterical fits of laughter. Grab this fun book and get a close view of the crazy hijinks that Callie gets up to. You’ll love it!
Profile Image for Natalie  H.
3,811 reviews30 followers
December 2, 2019
This one has been on my TBR and I’ve seen it pop up. After reading a sneak peek, it didn’t really grip me but I read it anyway. In the beginning it feels shallow and stereotypical in every way. The fmc is hot, blonde with blue eyes and clumsy. The guys are hot firemen instantly attracted to her. At this point it was an eyeroll, possible dnf and not again thoughts. Past that, the story is actually interesting and I did enjoy the characters trying to figure one another out. Fast paced, multiple POV and plenty of questions left unanswered.
Profile Image for Christina Luberts.
2,779 reviews7 followers
October 18, 2019
Callie has been cursed as a cat shifter that has no control. She does not want the guys at the firehouse to know. Will she get rid of the curse? Can she keep her secret? What are the men's secrets? Can they keep her safe?

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Scarolet Ellis.
7,445 reviews52 followers
October 21, 2019
Feline the Heat by Laura Greenwood is an awesome story that I have read and loved. This is book number one in this awesome start to a brand new series and I can not wait to read book number two in awesome series. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about fantasy and paranormal romance.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Bella Suarez-Ramirez.
512 reviews5 followers
October 12, 2019
What!!

The storyline is good. I enjoyes this read and can’t wait for the next one to come out! Callie and her fireman. The interaction and way of mystery on finding out about her curse. The ending!!! Omg! Not expecting that. Enjoyed the read.
Profile Image for Coni Sage.
141 reviews1 follower
January 9, 2020
Hot Stuff

Who could resist a hot sexy fireman who loves cats and cuddles. Looks like these three can't, just wait til they find out she is the sexy new neighbor they all want to get their hands on too!
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3,683 reviews14 followers
April 15, 2022
Great read.

This book was amazing. I loved it and I’m so excited about the next book. Mystery and drama and excitement and secrets. Can’t wait to learn more about the Mc
Profile Image for Michele Moore.
426 reviews3 followers
December 3, 2019
Good!

Great first book. The expected cliffhanger is a bit big, but details are revealed first that take the sting. Interesting characters and world building, well written.
Profile Image for Ex Libris.
214 reviews1 follower
September 6, 2020
Feline the Heat (Firehouse Feline Book 1) – Lacey Carter Anderson, L A Boruff and Laura Greenwood

I’m a woman, I’m a cat – what am I?

Premise: Early twenties woman who sometimes shifts into a cat but is not a shifter and has no control over this paranormal event.

Our FMC Callie is searching. Searching for anything that will help her find out who/what she is.

Our harem presumably consists of the Firemen in the station house next door. Hank, Will and James who have a paranormal secret of their own.

Plot wise the story is good, and I like the way it is told from multiple POVs. However the burn is slow and the book ends on a cliff-hanger. I am not a fan of either of those, so when I checked and saw the next two in a series of four also end on cliff-hangers, I was not inclined to immediately jump in. Perhaps at a later time when I am more in the mood for slow burn and epic build ups to final battles.

This is book one in a four part series. It is a PRN RH romance. It is a slow burn. If you are expecting a lot of sizzle in this book, you will be disappointed. There’s one make out scene between the FMC and one of the Firefighters, but it’s a quick diversion scene rather than a steamy interlude IMO. I gave this 3 stars.
413 reviews5 followers
July 22, 2021
Callie watched her parents be killed in front of her but she still needs to contact the local coven... Watching a witch change your life forever should be a reminder to always avoid them but she can't.
She was cursed to have two forms and the cat does not listen to her at all preferring to do as she wishes... Including jumping into the firehouse and falling asleep next to a hunky fireman.
Unfortunately she has no control over the shift which can cause extra complications.
Will she be able to use her kitty charm on these men? Can she find help before she is finished off?

This was the first book of this series and I really enjoyed the plot to it... I found this to be amusing and very descriptive.
Two of the main characters have slight attitudes but there is good reason for their prickliness.
The firemen definitely add the right hot touch to this book with their different personalities.
The ending was a shock and I can't wait to see how the story progresses.
A fantastic start to what promises to be a steamy and well thought out set.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Spinneretta.
2,869 reviews20 followers
February 27, 2024
good

Callie shifts into a cat, usually without control, and without any kind of advanced warning. The same can be said of her shift back into a human; which is how she ends up naked in the sexy firefighter’s bed…
She’s not sure why she shifts, just that it’s a curse; and the route to figuring out the answers, and her own past lie in this town. It’s pretty obvious that paranormal things happen there, she just didn’t expect the firefighters might be at the centre of it all…

This is a fast paced fantasy story, with a slowish burn RH romance as part of it, but not really the main part of the story (we have yet to see any real steam, though there is a little). The ongoing background plot is perhaps the most mysterious part of it all, as we know so little about everything- in fact, we’re as enlightened as Callie herself, and she’s trying to find out the answers!
It makes for an engrossing read, with interesting characters, an intriguing background plot, and just enough lightheartedness to stop the reader getting bogged down in the darker parts.
An enjoyable and entertaining read for the RH fantasy fans out there.
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